Description of Task:
While spending a semester abroad, you realize that you need some spending money and should find a part-time job. Find the classified section of a Spanish-language newspaper, read the selections and select a job that you might find interesting.

After determining that you have the appropriate qualifications for the job, write a simple letter inquiring about the position. Be sure to use formal forms of address, list your qualifications, and address and close the letter in a culturally appropriate manner.

Materials Needed: Spanish-language newspaper or access to one on the Internet

Teacher Notes:
Prior to using this activity, students should be provided with sample job application letters.

Scoring Criteria:
Scoring will be based on the correct form of the formal letter which must include a greeting and a closing.

The student is to be rated in each category below with the scores for each category added together to make the total score.

3

Exceeds expectations

lists qualifications for the job

consistently uses the formal form of address

uses culturally appropriate greeting and closing

includes own qualifications in body of the letter

2

Meets expectations

lists qualifications for the job

uses proper greeting and closing

employs the formal form of address

1

Does Not Meet Expectations

does not include a greeting or a closing

does not use the formal form of address

does not mention the job

Adaptations:
This activity may be expanded into an oral interview. Students should prepare a series of possible questions that they might be asked during an interview and prepare answers.